***To be considered for this role, you must be a US Citizen who has or is able to obtain a US Government security clearance. Additionally, you must either live near or be willing to move to the Boulder, CO area.***
About Centil
Centil represents the intersection of innovation and trusted expertise required for keeping rapid pace with the dynamic and emergent technological needs of Aerospace, Defense, and Government systems. Our trusted team of engineers excel in deploying value stream management, short-cycle feedback loops, infrastructure on-demand, and secure, disciplined pipelines to our customers. If you are interested in learning more about Centil or our team, check out our website at www.centil.io.
Centil is a talented team of trusted engineers working to provide optimized and effective technology value streams for defense industry clients. We believe in a culture of innovation, empowerment and collaboration. We place a high value on learning and growth, providing ongoing support to our team to learn new skills and become fulfilled in both their personal and professional life.
Centil is hiring exceptional individuals to join our growing team. We look for candidates who are inspired and passionate, highly collaborative, and who demonstrate the courage to challenge the status quo with forward thinking ideas and practices. We also seek out individuals who demonstrate servant leadership by supporting their colleagues with a sense of positivity, humility and open mindedness.
About the role
This position is for a Systems Administrator in Boulder, CO. You will work closely with a talented team to design, manage, secure and optimize the Information Technology (IT) infrastructure for one of our Department of Defense (DoD) clients. Additionally, you will be tasked with improving the overall project management discipline of our clients by increasing collaboration and innovation and introducing techniques that promote adaptability and flexibility in the face of unpredictable circumstances, and that optimize return on investment expenditures.
This role will focus on design, development, and maintenance of the critical IT systems for a new United States Space Force (USSF) program. Responsibilities will include building, patching, and maintaining computer systems for use across the program lifecycle. Your expertise and commitment to excellence will be vital in maintaining the reliability and performance on these systems in support of the nation's defense.
This role is an on-site role, and requires, at a minimum, a current US Government Secret clearance, with a TS with SCI eligibility preferred. You are expected to be willing to work shifts, as needed, to support program events.
What you'll do
- Provide Linux/RHEL system administration support
- Provide VMware vSphere/vCenter administration support
- Design, develop, document, test, and debug systems within the NextGen OPIR Ground Solution
- Develop with and maintain automation technologies, such as Ansible, Bash, Chef and PowerCLI
- Assist Configuration Management in software upgrades and changes
- Monitor and correct system performance issues
- Shepherd development activities through the life cycle process by applying appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools
- Prepare operating procedures/instructions and compile documentation during program development
- Analyze system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, and program techniques and controls
Required Qualifications
- US Citizen with a current DoD Secret clearance or higher
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Systems Administration designing and maintaining IT systems (excluding help desk experience), with at least eight (8) preferred
Currently possess industry certifications qualifying for IAT Level II as outlined by DOD 8570.01
Experience with multiple stages of the program lifecycle (design, integration, test, operations, maintenance)
Familiarity with DoD security regulations and frameworks, such as RMF (Risk Management Framework)
Understanding of networking protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems
Strong knowledge of Linux/RHEL operating systems and network administration
Ability to configure and manage RHEL NFS servers
Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware)
Demonstrated experience with ELK, HBSS/ACAS, Storage (VSAN and other), Juniper familiarity, NFS high availability, MSA external storage
Solid communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information via oral presentation and written format
Preferred/Bonus Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or related technical field (equivalent training/job experience is also acceptable)
- Security certifications such as Security+, CISSP, or equivalent are highly desirable
- Experience working within an agile workflow
Experience with Jira and Confluence
Experience with Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR)
Current TS, with SCI eligibility
Other Company Requirements
In addition to job-specific requirements, Centil believes it is important for all employees to possess the following skills/characteristics:
- Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills. Ability to passionately deliver high-level messaging to various types of audiences--this will eventually include senior leaders. Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical personnel
- Self-motivated individual who actively and independently seeks out opportunities for learning and development
- Collaborates well; enjoys working as part of a team
- DoD Secret or higher clearance is preferred. All applicants must be US citizens eligible for a US Government security clearance
Expected Salary Range
Depending on experience and skillset, most candidates will earn between $120,000 and $170,000 per year.
Please note that the salary range is a general guideline only. We consider many factors when determining salaries including, but are not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education, training, certifications, key skills, and mission/customer familiarity. We combine these factors with market and business considerations to extend a job offer.
Benefits
Centil offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:
- Generous PTO for vacation, personal, or sick days
- Ten (10) paid holidays per year: 8 fixed holidays, plus 2 additional Floating Holidays per year (taken at Employee's discretion)
- Flex time and the ability to create your own schedule
- Discretionary bi-annual bonus plan, based on individual and company performance
- 401K retirement plan with immediately vested company contributions, no matching required
- Healthcare coverage plan through a Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement (QSEHRA)
- Employer-paid Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurances
- Access to optional, employee-paid Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurances
- Access to a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid training and conference attendance
- Additional benefits, as needed, for significant life events: parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty pay, military leave pay
- One-time home office reimbursement
- Phone plan reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, supporting emotional health and well-being of employees and their families
Centil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.